To initialize NVRAMNVRAM initialization resets all the defaults back to the factory settings. NVRAM initialization shouldalways be executed immediately after replacing the firmware or the formatter board. This procedurealigns the firmware with the formatter. Not performing NVRAM initialization could result indeterioration of print quality.

Note If possible, print a configuration page and menu map prior to performing a NVRAM initialization. Thiswill document current settings for later reference.

1 Turn off the printer.

2 Press and hold <down arrow>

3 Turn on the printer.

4 Continue to hold <arrow down> until all three control panel lights illuminate, then release .

5 Press and then PAUSE/RESUME.

6 When SKIP DISK appears on the display, press <up arrow>

7 When NVRAM INIT appears on the display, press .<check mark>

8 The printer will start without recognizing the hard disk.9 Re-enter the serial number, page count, and maintenance count in service mode.

Re-initialize a hard disk using the control panel

1 Turn the printer off.

2 Press and hold PAUSE/RESUME on the control panel and turn the printer on.

3 Hold PAUSE/RESUME down until all three error lights turn on, off, and then on.